I’m about to start writing my next novel – it will be a sequel (of sorts) ...
Life
Articles all about our country, your favourites like food, wine, family, your home, gardening, retirement living and yes, something about pets also.
7 favourite Christmas baked treats
The sound of sleigh bells is in the air, and that means it’s time to start ...
Delightful donkeys – are they the animal companion for you?
Big fluffy ears and gangly legs, soft snub noses and wide brown eyes; baby donkeys must ...
The long green grass of home
A few days ago I read two news items that really lifted my spirits. The first ...
My special place in Europe – Northern Italy and Tuscany
I suspect that most people who have travelled a lot have their favourite overseas places. Places ...
Fleur’s Place – a must-do dining destination
Don’t be surprised if the name rings a bell, even if you’ve never been there. Moeraki’s ...
New technologies & products – breaking the mass market barrier
There is a well-known introduction curve for new technologies and products. Basically, customers or users of ...
6 reasons to become a (fur baby) foster parent
Whether you don’t want to commit to 10+ years of ‘parenthood’ or simply can’t face the ...
What do we do with child’s tears?
Some of us find it hard to handle children’s tears. If the tears are a response ...
Silly season about to grip the nation
It does not seem possible, but Christmas is almost here. Oily rag households will be busy ...